Non-Emergency Transportation Driver

Grove Transit; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Grove Transit in Jackson, MS seeks a responsible Driver to transport community members to appointments and other destinations. You will assist passengers, including mobility support and wheelchair securing, while keeping the vehicle clean and adhering to laws.

Strong communication with families and staff is essential. Qualified applicants have a valid license and clean driving record, are at least 25 with 2 years of driving experience, and can pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum age 25 with 2 years of driving experience.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Friendly and patient personality; ability to assist with mobility.
• Ability to push and secure a wheelchair.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers to appointments and other destinations
• Provide companionship and assistance to passengers as needed, including helping with mobility and securing wheelchairs when needed
• Maintain a clean and well-maintained vehicle
• Follow all traffic laws and regulations
• Communicate effectively with passengers and their families, as well as other team members and management
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Customer service

Mobility assistance

Wheelchair securement

Job description

Introduction:

We are seeking a responsible and reliable Driver to provide transportation services for members of our community. The applicant will be responsible for safely driving passengers to appointments and other destinations, as well as providing assistance as needed. The successful candidate will have a clean driving record and a friendly and patient personality.

Responsibilities:

• Safely transport passengers to appointments and other destinations
• Provide companionship and assistance to passengers as needed, including helping with mobility and securing wheelchairs when needed
• Maintain a clean and well-maintained vehicle
• Follow all traffic laws and regulations
• Communicate effectively with passengers and their families, as well as other team members and management
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Minimum age of 25 with 2 years of driving experience (does not have to be professional driving experience)
• Ability to pass a background check
• Friendly and patient personality
• Ability push and secure a wheelchair